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MV05 TYP

2005 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

119,737 mi
Last recorded119,737 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW M364,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 TYP
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2021 119,737 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2021 119,737 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 113,913 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2020 113,913 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 107,894 miles

Fuel cap seal perished

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 24 Jun 2019 107,894 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative Front level sensor detached from suspension arm (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Fuel cap seal perished

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 May 2018 100,870 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 933,940 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 88,552 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 86,082 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 82,078 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Apr 2013 76,550 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 76,550 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 61,208 miles

rear exhaust bracket cracked

Pass 9 May 2011 44,773 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 27,853 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 13,294 miles

note rear tyres on 2m

Pass 24 Feb 2009 12,637 miles

rear tyres 2mm

Pass 21 Feb 2008 11,698 miles

both rear tyres getting close to legal limits.

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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MV05 TYP is a 2005 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 64,972 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV05 TYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 21 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MV05 TYP?

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What year was MV05 TYP registered?

MV05 TYP is a 2005 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is MV05 TYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV05 TYP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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